TPWD - Park/Historic Site Superintendent IV (Site Superintendent)

TPWD MISSION

To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

HIRING CONTACT: Cody Edwards, (432) 295-1057, cody.edwards@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Big Bend Ranch State Park,1900 South Sauceda Ranch Road, Marfa, TX 79843

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Superintendent IV position is located in a remote and rugged part of Big Bend Ranch State Park, which is located within one of the most remote and rugged areas in the state of Texas. It is highly recommended that interested applicants research and, preferably, visit the area before applying. Part of the diverse Chihuahuan Desert ecosystem, the Big Bend region is a gorgeous part of Texas with some of the best outdoor recreational opportunities in the entire state. The Big Bend features mild winters and is one of the most bio-diverse regions in Texas.

Under the direction of the Big Bend Ranch State Park Complex Superintendent, this position performs advanced (senior-level) park/historic site management work. Responsible for overseeing the preservation, protection, administration, and maintenance of the Sauceda Unit at Big Bend Ranch State Park. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: cultural and natural resource protection and stewardship; visitor and customer service security and safety programs; maintenance and repair of facilities, grounds and equipment, financial management to include budget planning, preparation and monitoring; revenue management; human resources management to include recruitment and retention; managing leased concessions; public relations, park and rangeland management, marketing and promotion; interpretive and educational program management to include engaging in community outreach and coordinating special events. Engages in volunteer development and cultivating partnerships. Leads team to fulfill the TPWD Mission in a manner that embodies the department's core values. Responsible for other assigned projects required by the Complex Superintendent and the State Parks Region 1 Director. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division, and Branch rules, policies, and procedures.

NOTE: Salary range is limited to commissioned officers in the park management track prior to 9/1/2020. State Park Law Enforcement career ladder eligibility requirements must be met to advance from the base rate-of-pay.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree

Experience:

Five years' experience in (1) natural/cultural resource management; or (2) interpretation or education; or (3) general maintenance; or (4) public safety; or (5) promotions or public relations or marketing.

Three years' experience as a supervisor or team leader.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:

Must possess a State driver's license.

NOTE: Retention of this position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining the required licenses.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Education:

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) employees hired prior to January 1, 1998, without a break in service, with a minimum of sixty hours earned may substitute two years of TPWD experience in park management, supervision or operations for the required degree.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Park Administration, Recreation and Parks, Wildlife/Fisheries Science, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Management, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology, Archaeology, or History.

Experience:

One year experience in revenue or budget management.

Experience as a park manager.

Experience with community outreach, volunteer recruitment and management, and coordination of partnerships.

Experience with leased concession operations.

Experience managing natural, cultural and other park resources.

Experience with rangeland management and animal husbandry best practices

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of all phases of park administration and operations.

Knowledge of public relations and techniques on developing beneficial relationships and promotional partnerships with volunteer groups and other outside agencies and organizations.

Knowledge of management and conservation of natural and cultural resources.

Knowledge of range management principles including managing feral and invasive species, cattle management, and rangeland best practices.

Knowledge of endangered species management protocol.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in personnel management and effectively supervising employees while maintaining and fostering a team environment.

Skill in public relations and developing beneficial relationships and promotional partnerships with volunteer groups and other outside agencies/organizations.

Skill in managing volunteers for operations at all units of the SNA.

Skill in administering facility/equipment/grounds repair programs and repair techniques.

Skill in conflict resolution and customer service procedures.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Ability to develop and follow Fiscal Control Plans.

Ability to develop and maintain financial systems accountability of budgets, purchasing, revenue collections, leased concession operations, inventories, and agency property.

Ability to develop marketing, promotional activities, and special events.

Ability to deliver and manage employee and public safety programs.

Ability to coordinate maintenance, repair, or construction of park facilities as well as maintenance/repair of equipment management programs and management of minor/capital projects.

Ability to enforce appropriate park rules and regulations in a fair and consistent manner.

Ability to perform manual labor.

Ability to complete communication documents to include professional correspondence, reports, presentation materials and special assignments.

Ability to conform to TPWD work rules, safety procedures, and dress and grooming standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Required to work in a public park with overnight camping.

Required to work 40 hours per week, includes various schedules with hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Required to respond to emergencies and on-call situations.

Required to work overtime, as necessary.

Required to operate a State vehicle.

Required to live on-site in State housing with a monthly deduction of $142.10. Housing rate is established by TPWD policy, calculated using federal guidelines, and may change according to market value.

Required to travel 20% with possible overnight stays.

Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules, and safety procedures.

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must include complete job history information for each period of employment, provided either in the WORK HISTORY SECTION or in the attached RÉSUMÉ. Please ensure each entry includes:

• Job title,
• Employer name,
• Dates of employment (month/year),
• If employment is less than full-time status, indicate part-time in the work history section or résumé, and
• Description of duties performed.
  NOTE: Volunteer experience may be counted toward required experience.

IMPORTANT:

• College Transcripts: If education is used to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy of the college transcript(s) issued by the registrar must be provided at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted in the posting).
• `N/A' may be entered in fields that are not applicable.
• Omission of required information may result in disqualification.

Work In Texas (WIT) Applicants:

• WIT applicants must complete the supplemental questions in the CAPPS Candidate Gateway to be considered.
• To complete these questions, log in to CAPPS Candidate Gateway.
• If you need assistance creating a résumé, please refer to the `Create a Résumé' link for Job Seekers on the Work In Texas website.

If the required information and attachments are not submitted as noted above, your application will be considered incomplete.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS:

Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such as generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, and frequent training and staff development opportunities. Other benefits include longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation, flexible benefit plans, 401K/457 retirement plans, direct deposit, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return-to-Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE:

If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach the required documentation referenced below at the time your application is submitted. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Military Employment Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/.

Required forms that will need to be attached with application for Military Employment Preference:

Documentation must be attached to the application before military preference can be granted.

• More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below:

https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER